I wanted to make fondue tonight for dinner, so I started searching recipes for fondue. While searching for copycat Melting Pot recipes I found actual melting pot recipes. The recipes are from Fox 43 The Hampton Roads Show, which I believe is a news station near Virginia Beach. The show had a couple different Melting Pot managers make popular recipes from the restaurant. The Melting Pot is a fondue restaurant where you can go and have a fancy sit down dinner. The waiters make the different fondue courses in front of you and then you get to use the fondue forks to cook your own meats and veggies. There is a cheese fondue, salad, meat fondue, and then dessert fondue all very delicious. The restaurant is pricey, but they do use expensive ingredients to make the fondue. Anyway, now that I have explained the Melting Pot I can show you the recipes!
*You can use an electric fondue pot or a double boiler, which you can make by placing a mixing bowl (glass or metal) and a saucepan that the bowl will fit on top of. The two should fit tightly together because you don’t want a gap between the bowl and the saucepan. To use the double boiler, add water to the sauce pan and bring it to a simmer, then place the bowl on top and fill it with whatever you intend to cook or melt. I have an electric fondue pot so that is the method I will be using. To read more about using a double boiler click here.
The first one I made was the…
Cheddar Cheese Fondue
Ingredients:
- 8 ounces Sharp Wisconsin Cheddar Cheese, or regular Sharp Cheddar
- 3 ounces Emmenthaler Swiss Cheese, or regular Swiss
- 1/2 to 1 Can Domestic Beer, for the base
- 1 – 2 cloves freshly chopped garlic
- 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 Tablespoons flour
- 1 Tablespoon dry mustard powder
- Freshly Cracked Black Pepper to taste
Suggested Dippers:
- Broccoli
- Carrots
- Califlower
- Green Apples
- Any kind of bread you like that has a nice firm crust
I had to guess on the measurements while watching the video, but here is another version of the same recipe if you would like to try it.
Instructions:
Step 1: Bring the beer to a simmer in the electric fondue pot.
Step 2: Add the garlic and let simmer for a minute.
Step 3: Add the mustard powder and then add the cheeses a little at a time while stirring.
Step 4: Add Flour and stir until dissolved. Add the Worcestershire sauce and the cracked black pepper. Stir until nice and creamy.
Step 5: Dig in!
Next was the meat course:
Mojo Cooking Style Fondue
Ingredients:
- 5 1/4 cups vegetable broth or 5 1/4 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup orange juice, fresh-squeezed (about 1 orange)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning ( I used Ms. Dash Caribbean Citrus Seasoning)
- 2 tablespoons black pepper, cracked
- 2 tablespoons lime juice, fresh-squeezed (about 1/2 a lime)
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
Suggested Dippers for Cooking:
Raw Chicken, cubed
Raw Steak, cubed (Sirloin or Filet Mignon is tasty)
Raw Shrimp
Potatoes, cubed
Broccoli
Mushrooms
Carrots
*I seasoned my meat with salt and pepper before I cooked it in the fondue pot. Also REMEMBER to use separate plates for raw and cooked food.
Directions:
Step 1: Combine all the ingredients in a saucepan on the stove and bring to a boil.
Step 2: Transfer to the electric fondue pot. Or you can just throw all the meat into the saucepan and let it cook for 10 to 15 minutes until the meat is done.
Step 3: Use to cook beef, shrimp, chicken, mushrooms, potatoes, broccoli or anything else you can think of. The meat you are using is raw so make sure the meat is cooked all the way through, is no longer pink and has reached the correct temperature.
Finally the dessert:
I just melted almond bark for my chocolate fondue, but please check out this recipe and let me know what you think!
Flaming Turtle
Ingredients:
12 oz Milk Chocolate, chopped (or chocolate chips)
2 tbsp Heavy Cream or Water
¼ cup Caramel Ice Cream Topping
1 Tbsp Rum
3 Tbsp Pecans, chopped
Suggested Dippers:
Fresh Strawberries
Pineapple
Bananas
Pound cake
Brownies
Marshmallows
Cherries
Pretzels
Cheesecake
Graham Crackers
Step 1: Mix together chocolate and cream in electric fondue pot or in the top of a double boiler over simmering water. Heat until the chocolate is melted and smooth. Stir constantly. Remove from the high heat/stove and keep warm in a bowl or fondue pot on low heat.
Step 2: Add Caramel in the middle of the chocolate and do not stir.
Step 3: Add Rum and ignite carefully using a long wooden match or lighter (hence the name “Flaming” Turtle, but please be very careful!) Allow the flame to burn out and stir gently to combine.
Step 4: Sprinkle with pecans.
Step 5: Enjoy!
FAQs
Each cheese fondue comes with artisan breads and seasonal vegetables for dipping. Crisp romaine, bacon, shredded Parmesan, croutons, peppercorn ranch and Parmesan pine nuts.
What cheese does the melting pot use? ›
Melting Pot introduces its fresh fondue in two delicious varieties. The Classic Alpine Fondue is a premium blend of fresh aged Gruyère, Raclette, & Fontina cheese, frozen fresh and imported. Smooth and creamy perfection with flavor that compliments any of your favorite dippers.
What is the best cheese to melt for fondue? ›
The best all-around cheeses for fondue are fontina, Gruyère, and gouda. If you aren't sure what to pick, use even amounts of these three. Together are lush and complex. For classic Swiss cheese fondue (meaning one like what you would find in Switzerland), a mix of traditional, firm mountain-style cheeses is best.
What is the best meat for fondue? ›
The best cuts of beef for fondue include top sirloin, ribeye, and tenderloin. Cut or slice the meat according to personal preference. Some prefer to slice steaks into long strips, while others cube the meat into small pieces. Prepare the fondue oil or broth according to the recipe's directions.
What vegetables are good for fondue? ›
Vegetables such as asparagus, broccoli, bell peppers, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, carrots, and zucchini are delicious if roasted first. Or steam some green beans, pearl onions, and radishes, or a variety of baby potatoes like Yukon Gold, fingerling, red, or purple.
What should you not do with fondue? ›
Fondue rules
You must not double dip, and never put your fork directly into your mouth.
What side dishes go with fondue dinner? ›
Pretzels: Crispy pretzels or chewy pretzel bites add a fun texture to the fondue. Croutons: Store-bought or homemade croutons add a satisfying crunch. Bagel Chips: These crispy chips are perfect for scooping up cheesy fondue. Tortilla Chips: Add a Mexican flair to your fondue with tortilla chips.
What kind of bread is good for fondue? ›
Typical fondue bread cubes are cut from white bread, but half-white or wholegrain bread also works well. If you like, you can also use wholemeal bread or bread for toasting, fried in butter. Other options include boiled potatoes, blanched vegetables or fruit (e.g. pears, apples or grapes).
What kind of chocolate does the melting pot use? ›
We are proud to serve chocolate fondue certified by Cacao-Trace®, a program that helps cocoa farmers earn a more sustainable living and focuses on post-harvest fermentation to produce superior tasting chocolate.
What wine is good for fondue? ›
What's the best wine to use for fondue? The best white wines for fondue are Pinot Gris, Sauvignon Blanc and un-oaked Chardonnay.
A fondue pot made of earthenware or ceramic is the best choice if serving a cheese or chocolate fondue. A ceramic fondue pot reacts quickly to heat changes, but does not become too hot and therefore does not burn easily: this makes it the perfect choice for cheese and chocolate fondues.
How much fondue per person? ›
Fondue as a meal: how much cheese fondue you need per person
Expect each person to eat around 7 oz. of cheese fondue. Are you serving very big eaters? Then you can easily expect them each to consume around 8.82 oz.
What are the four types of fondue? ›
There are four commonly prepared types of fondue. They are cheese fondue, chocolate fondue, oil fondue (also known as meat fondue), and broth fondue.
What foods are good to fondue? ›
These are some of our favorite things to dip in fondue:
- Cube Bread.
- Apple Slices.
- Grape Tomatoes.
- Roasted New Potatoes.
- Raw or Steamed Broccoli or Cauliflower.
- Sausage.
- Crackers.
- Pretzels (we love the soft pretzel bites you can find at Costco)
Cheese Fondue
Served with artisan breads and seasonal fruits & veggies. Choose one cheese fondue per cooktop. Gluten-free dipper plate available upon request. Ask your server about vegan cheese fondue options.
What are the best things to dip in chocolate fondue? ›
Fruit: Strawberries, bananas, oranges, kiwi, pineapple, raspberries, blueberries, apple slices, cherries, grapes, and dried fruit like apricots. Pastries: Waffles, pancakes, churros, doughnuts, croissants, and marshmallows. Biscuits and Cookies: Shortbread, digestives, gingerbread, and ladyfingers.
What to dip in a chocolate fountain? ›
Here are a few classics to try with your milk chocolate fountain.
- Marshmallows and crackers. Our friends across the Atlantic were definitely onto something when they invented S'mores. ...
- Summer berry skewer. ...
- Biscotti. ...
- Bacon and blini. ...
- Red peppers. ...
- Florentines. ...
- Forest fruit skewer. ...
- Orange slices.
Gel fuel works great for cheese fondue (and you can also use alcohol fuel for it, but you may want to reduce the heat slightly by reducing the size of the openings on your burner).
